Rotary International Memorials: Remembering the life, death and legacy of Carl Planinc
CARTERVILLE -- Dr. Carl Planinc, 94, died at 1:05 p.m. Friday, March 7, 2014, in Century Assisted Living in Carbondale. He passed away peacefully with his wife of 72 years, Virginia, holding his hand and his grandson and granddaughter-in-law at his side. Carl was born on Oct. 29, 1919, in Johnston City, to John Planinc and Barbara (Golightly) Planinc. He married Virginia May Cooksey on April 26, 1941. She survives. He is also survived by a sister, Violet Mayer of West Frankfort; grandson,...
